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Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates from all areas to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person Specification ExperienceEssential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR YOUR AREA
Cashier/Shop Assistant
We are seeking a Cashier/Shop Assistant to join our team in supporting the daily operations of our business. Candidates must be available to work some weekends. Immediate start. Please note this is a full time position and would not suit students. Please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates.
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Store Manager
Intersport Elverys is a recognised market leader and innovator in sports retail and our retail network in the Irish market now stands at 44 stores. The Intersport Elverys brand is one of the biggest supporters of Irish sport – championing participation at every level, from grassroots clubs and community events to elite teams and athletes on the national stage. In addition to our title sponsorship of Mayo GAA, we are proud retail partners to the IRFU, Connacht Rugby, Tipperary GAA, VHI Women’s Mini Marathon, Basketball Ireland, Sligo Rovers, and St Patrick’s Athletic. Our commitment goes beyond sponsorship; it’s about helping to build a healthier, more active Ireland by supporting the communities where sport lives and grows. Job Scope: Our Store Managers are responsible for the overall operations and sales performance of our stores and ensuring that the right people and product are in place to achieve and exceed Company expectations. Key Responsibilities : · Every aspect of day-to-day operations in the store, including sales, staff, customer experience, security, health & safety, stock and resources management. · Meet and exceed store targets and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). · Recruit, train, coach and manage staff in line with company policies, ensuring fairness and consistency to all. · Manage all cash, wage costs, budgets and systems administration as required (TMS, SAP, etc). · Drive excellent Visual Merchandising in store to engage, inspire and educate the consumer. · Ensure all in-store services are suitably staffed and promoted, e.g. Safesize, Assisted Selling, etc. · Be security conscious within the store and stock rooms – monitor potential shoplifters and follow security guidelines to deter pilferage and protect stock. · Responsible for overall Health & Safety in store. Ensure all staff are fully trained and following company policies and procedures with regard to Health & Safety. · Identify current and future customer requirements & develop additional non-direct business. · Ensure successful implementation of projects in line with company expectations. · Deliver excellent store standards consistently in line with business audit requirements. · Key holder and main call out person in the event of alarm activation. · Provide cover for other stores as required. · Any other activities as required in order to ensure the successful operation of the store. Qualifications, skills and experience: · 2/3 years retail management experience (dependent on store grade). · Excellent interpersonal, communication, people management and leadership skills. · Passionate about the delivery of an excellent customer experience with an understanding of how this drives sales and affects the bottom line. · Experience in Visual Merchandising desirable. · Strong product knowledge. · Proficient IT knowledge including Excel, Email, SAP. · 3rd Level Business/Retail Management Qualification beneficial but not essential. Additional Benefits include; · Employee in-store discount · Learning & Development (Online training platform, Next Gen Management Programme, Education Assistance, Study & Exam Leave) · Service Awards · Employee Assistance Programme · Company Sick Pay Scheme/Maternity/Paternity Top Up commensurate with experience · Employee Referral Programme · Momentous Life-Events/Life Milestones acknowledgement Note: This job description is not a static document and doesn’t propose to cover every aspect of this role. Duties and responsibilities of this role may vary in the future.
Customer Service Representative
Smyths Toys is one of the world's largest specialty retailers of children's toys. We operate both online, and via our physical retail stores, with hundreds of stores spread across Europe and the UK. We source our product range from an extensive array of UK, European, and international suppliers. Are you up for the challenge? Then please apply online today! About the Role We are currently recruiting for seasonal Customer Service Representatives to join our team at our Head Office, Galway. If you have a passion for Customer Service, are commercially aware and can hit the ground running, then Smyths Toys could be for you! Our headquarters in Galway has over 200 employees, with additional offices in Lille and Cologne. We operate 300+ physical retail stores in Ireland, the UK, Germany, France, Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands, together with a substantial online business in each country. Initial Contract Type: Full time - Temporary Fixed Term 37.5 hours per week Shifts patterns available: Saturday - Wednesday, Wednesday - Sunday Salary: €28,665 per year Responsibilities: Ensuring that our customers are provided with a high quality level of customer service over a range of communication channels, but primarily across phone and email channels Responding to customer queries in a timely manner, and in accordance with company procedures Using your product and system knowledge to solve problems for customers Maintaining a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers always Providing administrative support as and when required Adhering strictly to data protection and confidentiality laws Working towards daily performance targets as outlined by the Management Team Working as part of a team to achieve high customer service satisfaction The ideal candidates will: Have previous customer service experience Have great attention to detail Possess previous admin experience - ideally working in a role where IT systems were used daily Behave in a professional manner Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills Be highly organised with a good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Have the ability to multitask Benefits: An attractive competitive salary and bonus package A benefits package inclusive of: 33 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of public holidays) Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Life Assurance Cover Employee Assistance Programme In-store discount Company Maternity and Paternity Payments Special Life-Event Gifts Length of Service Awards Smyths Toys is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Logistics Analyst
Smyths Toys is one of the world's largest specialty retailers of children's toys. We operate both online, and via our physical retail stores, with hundreds of stores spread across Europe and the UK. We source our product range from an extensive array of UK, European, and international suppliers. About the Role This role is located in our Head Office at Mervue Business Park, Co.Galway. Salary: €36,700 Hours: 37.5 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Responsibilities The Logistics Analyst will report directly to the Logistics Manager and will be responsible for the following: Data Analysis & Reporting: Gather, clean, and interpret supply chain metrics using tools such as Excel and SAP to identify trends. Network & Route Optimisation: Identify cost-effective shipping methods and transport routes. Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory costs. Vendor & Supplier Coordination: Liaise with carriers, freight forwarders, and suppliers to resolve disruptions and evaluate performance against established quality standards. Process Improvement: Implement project plans and update logistics databases. The Ideal Candidate Previous experience in a Logistics/Supply Chain environment. Relevant third level qualification. Strong organisational and administrative skills. Proficient in full Microsoft package, especially Excel. SAP experience is an advantage. Ability to multitask and work well to meet deadlines. Excellent verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills. Be highly numerate and process focused. Knowledge of logistics subset. Benefits An attractive competitive salary and bonus package A benefits package inclusive of: 33 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of public holidays) Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Life Assurance Cover Employee Assistance Programme In-store discount Company Maternity and Paternity Payments Special Life-Event Gifts Length of Service Awards Bike to Work Scheme Smyths Toys is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Dispatch Coordinator
Are you organised, enjoy working with people and comfortable keeping things moving in a busy environment? We’re looking for a Dispatch Coordinator to join our team at Walsh Waste & Recycling. About the role You’ll coordinate bookings and schedules, keep customers informed and ensure service records are accurate and up to date. You’ll need to be comfortable managing changing priorities, solving day-to-day problems and supporting colleagues. What you’ll do · Organise daily service schedules, bookings and customer requests. · Work closely with drivers and operational teams, communicating job details and schedule changes. · Respond to customer calls, emails and online orders in a helpful, professional manner. · Monitor job progress, follow up on outstanding work and help resolve service queries. · Maintain accurate customer accounts, service records and supporting paperwork. · Support invoicing queries, reporting and general office administration. · Contribute ideas to improve how we organise work and serve our customers. About this role What we’re looking for · Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage changing priorities. · Clear communication and a friendly, professional approach to customers. · Good attention to detail and confidence working with information and records. · A practical approach to solving problems and knowing when to ask for support. · Confidence using email and Microsoft Office, with a willingness to learn new systems. · Reliability, initiative and a willingness to work as part of a team. Experience in dispatch, scheduling, transport, customer service or office administration would be an advantage. You do not need a background in waste management, we welcome applicants with relevant transferable skills from other industries.
Process Maintenance Technician
Position Summary The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing daily and weekly facility checks across all site utilities and equipment, maintaining statutory compliance documentation, coordinating contractors, and supporting purchasing workflows. The role ensures consistent operation of critical site utilities, regulatory frameworks, and life safety systems. Strong IT skills, attention to detail, and structured organization are essential. The Technician will report directly to the Facilities Supervisor weekly across all core areas. Duties Operational Checks & Daily Controls
Receptionist
ALS Minerals is internationally recognised as the global leader in providing geochemical sample preparation, analytical procedures and data management solutions, with its European hub lab based in Loughrea, Co. Galway. We are currently seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a receptionist. The successful candidate will report to the Client Services Manager. Responsibilities:
Store Employee / Delivery Driver, Westside Shopping Centre
Sales / Delivery Service Assistant Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offer all the time. At Dunnes Stores, we pride ourselves in delivering outstanding service and quality products whether it is food or fashion. We strive for excellence in all that we do, be it our award winning Simply Better Food range, our Baxter and Green Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Irelands best Fashion and Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to work alongside one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland. We are currently looking to recruit vibrant, passionate individuals into the role of Sales assistants. Our Sales Assistants have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about retail. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. As a Sales Assistant you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment aswell as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills Customer ServiceProduct KnowledgeCash HandlingVisual MerchandisingHygiene, Health and SafetyKnowledge of HACCPRequirements: Full clean driver’s licence is essential.Previous experience working in customer service and as a delivery driver is preferable.An advanced level of English and a professional and polite manner is essential.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Flexible to work up to 5 days over 7, weekends inclusive.Organised, excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.Hard-working and flexible, with the ability to work both as part of a team and on own initiative.This role is transferrable to different departments within the store, based on business requirements. Interested? Then apply now and see what difference you could make. Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
